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  1. Post-school options for people with a disability

    As all young people approach their final years of school, it is a good idea to focus on planning for the future and exploring the various pathways that are available to them.

  2. Pregnancy - antenatal checks of your baby

    A midwife or doctor will use abdominal palpation during an antenatal visit to examine a baby's position and development.

  3. Pregnancy - unplanned

    Information about unplanned pregnancy including pregnancy options (such as medical and surgical abortion, adoption, foster and kinship care), pregnancy counselling and where to get help.

  4. Pregnancy and birth care options

    Pregnant women in Victoria can choose who will care for them during their pregnancy, where they would like to give birth and how they would like to deliver their baby.

  5. Pregnancy and birthing services for different language or cultural needs

    If you are pregnant and have specific cultural or language needs, the first step is to notify your local maternity hospital about your requirements.

  6. Pregnancy support - fathers, partners and carers

    Whether you are the baby's father, the pregnant woman's partner or are supporting a single mother-to-be, you have a crucial role in ensuring she gets the pregnancy support she needs.

  7. Preparing a child for hospital

    Going to hospital can be frightening for a child. Preparing a child for hospital with the right level of information at the right time will help ease their anxiety.

  8. Preparing for a health or medical appointment

    Get the most out of your consultation by preparing for your health or medical appointment.

  9. Preparing for surgery

    Preparing for surgery is important. Maximising your recovery will depend on how you prepare for surgery.

  10. Primary healthcare explained

    Primary healthcare is the first contact a person has with the health care system when they have a health problem. This is usually your general practitioner (GP) or pharmacist.